Idris Akuna Elba was born on September 6, 1972 in Hackney to Winston and Eve Alba. Elba won a place on National Youth Music Theatre. He worked as a DJ in his early twenties (Photo: Facebook)
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The actor landed his first major role in a TV series, 'Bramwell' (1995). The actor got his big break as Russell 'Stringer' Bell in 'The Wire', perhaps his most famous character (Photo: Facebook)
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Elba achieved greater fame in Hollywood as a method actor, which eventually led to his status as a leading man in Hollywood (Photo: Facebook)
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The actor is known for his films like 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom', 'Takers', 'Thor' (franchise), 'Prometheus', 'Zootopia', 'Bastille Day' and 'Star Trek Beyond.
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Rumours were the actor would essay the role of the iconic character, James Bond! Making Elba the first 'Black' actor to essay the popular character. But the rumours were put to rest when Daniel Craig returned to the franchise (Photo: Facebook)
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Since 2013, the actor has been dating Naiyana Garth and has a son with her. Elba considers himself as 'a spiritual but not religious' person! (Photo: Facebook)
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The actor has received numerous awards and nominations and has starred in many successful films. Elba is considered as one of the most influential actors of Hollywood (Photo: Facebook)
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He was last seen in the sci-fi film, 'The Dark Tower', an adaptation of Stephen King's novel. He'll be reprising his role as Heimdall in film, 'Thor: Ragnarok' and will also be seen with Kate Winslet in 'The Mountain Between Us' (Photo: Facebook)
